subtropical
adjective
sub·trop·i·cal
ˌsəb-ˈträ-pi-kəl 
variants
or less commonly subtropic
: of, relating to, or being the regions bordering on the tropical zone
subtropical environment
subtropical grasses
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As a destination, Australia never ceases to amaze, with dramatic desert, tropical, and even subtropical backdrops.
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Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 27 Apr. 2025
In subtropical South Florida, the days can get so hot that the rising mercury might actually discourage pollen production.
—Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 23 Apr. 2025
The island has a unique subtropical microclimate, which helped spark the idea of Bloodstone Island, a Jurassic Park-like place filled with endangered species.
—Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 18 Apr. 2025
Here are few more fast facts about this charming Texas locale:
Temperatures are quite steady (albeit still Texas, so humid and subtropical), with an average high of 76, and an average low of 54.
—Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 17 Apr. 2025
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Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 27 Apr. 2025
In subtropical South Florida, the days can get so hot that the rising mercury might actually discourage pollen production.
—Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 23 Apr. 2025
The island has a unique subtropical microclimate, which helped spark the idea of Bloodstone Island, a Jurassic Park-like place filled with endangered species.
—Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 18 Apr. 2025
Here are few more fast facts about this charming Texas locale:
Temperatures are quite steady (albeit still Texas, so humid and subtropical), with an average high of 76, and an average low of 54.
—Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 17 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for subtropical
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“Subtropical.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/subtropical. Accessed 5 May. 2025.
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subtropical
adjective
sub·trop·i·cal
ˌsəb-ˈträp-i-kəl
ˈsəb-
variants
also subtropic
: of, relating to, or being the regions bordering on the tropical zone
subtropical forests
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